Why

So much sadness
Too many lies
One persons promise 
Another’s demise

Regret and resentment
Just hurt in disguise
Failure and upset
Lead to despise

How could they do it?
What did I do wrong?
My fault, no theirs
I’m not that strong

I keep my promises
I forgive them again
I give everything I have
I take them all in

I feel only pain
I see all their lies
I don’t deserve this 
So I ask, WHY?


Copyright © 2009   Lena “Lolita” Townsend

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Michaela Dowdy

Date: 1/21/2010 7:55:00 AM

Very heart felt. I like this one. --Madison

Raul Moreno

Date: 8/31/2009 4:12:00 PM

Haven't seen you around much. I hope everything is okay...Raul

Elaine George

Date: 8/27/2009 2:56:00 PM

Dear Lena, I have been away from the soup for a few months now. Just getting back and responding to everyone who made comments on my poety. I feel you pain in this very emotional write. I pray you have found comfort and peace. Love, Lainie

Shirin Neshat

Date: 7/26/2009 3:52:00 AM

I know how exactly how you feel, thats why we have to think twic to trust anybody in our lifes so that way we dont got hurt as much. I wrote a similar poem called, "Beyond My mind", when you can go read it.

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 7/22/2009 5:49:00 AM

Lena, I am so sorry someone is treating you this way. I for one know you have a heart of gold. I guess it is just one of those times you will need to just turn the other cheek. I pray they wake up and see the error of their ways. Love, Carol

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 7/21/2009 5:09:00 PM

Beautifully written, Lolita, but I have no answer to your question of why people lie, break promises and hurt each other. Certainly our dear friend "Lolita" does not deserve such treatment. I hope you find the answers you are seeking, dear. Love, Carolyn

Amber Plocica

Date: 7/21/2009 4:31:00 PM

Hi Lena This is such a sad poem. I like the way you write. You are honest with your feelings. This poem shows that.

James Knox

Date: 7/21/2009 4:25:00 PM

i really enjoyed this poem , good work :)